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Dr Stephen Kelly is a Senior Lecturer in Supply Chains, Procurement & Project Management at Salford Business School, University of Salford. With over a decade of industry experience from Siemens, GEC, and the NHS, he brings practical expertise to his academic work. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Science from Lancaster University Management School.
His professional affiliations include:
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)
- CIPS Assessor
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI)
- Former Vice-President of the International Purchasing & Supply Education and Research Association (IPSERA)
- Co-founder of IPSERA's annual Educator's Workshop
Dr Kelly's research focuses on supply chain management with special emphasis on gender-responsive procurement, Industry 4.0 applications in procurement, negotiation strategies, and circular procurement/sourcing. His work examines how procurement practices can drive social change, enhance sustainability, and improve organizational effectiveness. He has contributed to numerous academic journals and served as institutional lead for EU-funded projects PERFECT (exploring PSM skills) and PERSIST (Industry 4.0).
His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on:
- Gender-responsive procurement and its impact on women-led businesses
- Knowledge transformation in purchasing and supply management
- AI applications in negotiation activities
- Circular economy principles in procurement
- Communication strategies around controversial business issues
Professional distinctions:
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI)
- Former Vice-President of IPSERA
Dr Kelly has served as institutional lead for two significant European Union-funded projects: PERFECT (exploring PSM skills) and PERSIST (Industry 4.0). His work bridges academic research and industry practice, with a focus on how procurement can drive innovation and social impact. He has extensive experience in both teaching and research supervision.
His work spans multiple sectors including construction, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, with particular attention to SMEs in developing economies like Ghana. He actively contributes to the development of procurement education through his editorial work and leadership in professional associations.
